Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
There are various ways to adjust a photo's saturation. Some cameras have features that help
control it, but Elements lets you do even more. For example, by increasing or decreasing a
photo's saturation, you can shift the image's perceived focal point, change its mood, or just
make it more eye-catching.
By increasing your subject's saturation and decreasing saturation in the rest of the photo, you
can focus viewers' attention, even in a crowded photo.
Figure 9-16
shows an example of this
technique.
It's easy to change saturation. You might want to start with the Quick Fix Vibrance slider
(see
Auto Color
). If that doesn't work well, try using either of the more traditional meth-
ods—the Hue/Saturation dialog box or the Sponge tool—which are explained in the follow-
ing sections. For big areas or when you want a lot of control, go with the Hue/Saturation dia-
log box. If you just want to quickly paint a different saturation level (either higher or lower)
on a small spot in your photo, the Sponge tool is faster.
The Hue/Saturation Dialog Box
Hue/Saturation is one of the most popular commands in Elements. If you aren't satisfied with
the results of a simple Levels adjustment (
Using Levels
)
, you may want to work on the im-
age's hue or saturation as the next step toward getting eye-catching color.
